Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P600

Here, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and P600 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was unveiled 16 months earlier than the P600 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 4 scores versus the P600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 4 & Nikon Coolpix P600. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Nikon P600 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 4 offers outside dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Nikon P600 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Nikon P600 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the V-Lux 4 vs the P600.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 4 and P600 is 65 and 65 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 4 and P600.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon P600 to render more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 4 will be behind in sensor technology.